Director of Discipleship

Job Description

The Director of Discipleship leads the parish's Discipleship Team, developing and implementing comprehensive adult faith formation and evangelization initiatives. This role serves three key populations: active parishioners, inactive Catholics, and the unchurched community.

The Director fosters a culture of intentional discipleship and spiritual growth, builds a welcoming and engaged parish community, and equips parishioners to evangelize through witness, word, and action. This position also plays a central role in strengthening communication within the parish and extending outreach beyond it.

Key Responsibilities
Adult Evangelization & Intentional Discipleship
Form intentional disciples who conform their hearts and lives to the will of the Father
Design and coordinate adult faith formation and inquiry programs
Engage in relational ministry to help individuals develop a deeper personal relationship with God
Collaborate with parish staff and ministry leaders to advance evangelization efforts
Partner with local parishes, schools, and Catholic organizations to serve the broader community
Planning & Administration
Work with parish leadership to articulate and implement a vision for discipleship and evangelization
Develop strategies to engage active parishioners, inactive Catholics, and the unchurched
Conduct data collection and analysis (e.g., surveys, census, demographic research) for pastoral planning
Evaluate programs and identify opportunities for growth and improvement
Maintain a comprehensive ministry calendar aligned with parish-wide scheduling
Manage departmental budget and resource allocation
Coordinate facility use with parish staff and ministries
Communication & Outreach

Collaborate with bulletin editor and Director of Communication to ensure consistent messaging, quality social media content and consistent communications strategies for print and digital platforms
Monitor website and social media to ensure effective and current discipleship content
Promote events and programs through multiple media outlets
Leadership & Team Development
Supervise and develop:
Youth and Young Adult Discipleship Coordinator
Child and Family Discipleship Coordinator
Administrative Assistant for Discipleship
Recruit, train, and empower volunteers for evangelization initiatives
Support and/or coordinate ministries such as:
OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation of Adults)
Faith-sharing groups
Parish missions
Baptism preparation
Outreach and welcome initiatives
Serve as an active member of the Pastor's Leadership Team
Act as a resource to the Pastoral Council and Discipleship Commission
Participate in diocesan, deanery, and regional initiatives as appropriate

Qualifications
5 years of ministry experience or equivalent
Bachelor's degree in theology, catechesis, pastoral ministry, or related field (preferred)
Knowledge
Practicing Catholic in good standing (required)
Eligible for Advanced Religious Education Certification (Archdiocese of Milwaukee)
Strong foundation in Scripture, Catholic theology, and spirituality
Familiarity with Church documents on evangelization
Understanding of program development and pastoral planning
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Valid Wisconsin driver's license (preferred)
Skills
Strong leadership and team-building abilities
Excellent verbal and written communication
Effective organizational and project management skills
Strong presentation and facilitation skills
Ability to recruit, train, and manage volunteers
Abilities
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Sound judgment and decision-making skills
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability
Ability to maintain confidentiality

Work Schedule
Minimum of 40 hours per week
Flexible schedule required, including evenings and weekends

Additional Expectations
Active presence at major parish events
Foster positive relationships within the parish and broader community
Develop and maintain operational procedures
Perform other duties as assigned

About the Employer

"Celebrating spiritual growth, centered in Christ, through Word, Sacrament, and Service."

The people of St. Mary Faith Community, as baptized Catholic Christians, believe we are called to witness God's presence through worship, celebration, proclamation, evangelization, and ministry to one another. By sharing our unique gifts and talents, we commit ourselves to ongoing transformation, by reaching out and being a prophetic voice to our families, workplace and society. With the help of the Holy Spirit, we will continue prayerfully to build the Reign of God.

By themselves, these structures are a mass of brick and wood. But with the people of God therein, they become a living symbol of the presence of God in the gathering of his people.